The Metropolitano was packed to the rafters for one of the most important matches of the season, the Madrid derby. A game that went into half-time with no goals on the scoreboard and with a lot of respect between the two sides.
The return from the dressing rooms gave an extra boost to the Rojiblancoswho threw themselves on Courtois’ goal and tried to open the scoring. However, it was the visitors who struck first on the hour mark.
Vinicius faced De Paul on the left flank and put in a cross that was just short of the penalty spot. Gimenez jumped with Tchouamenibut was unable to clear the ball. The ballafter a defensive mix-up, fell to Militao at the far post, who took his shot and the ball, after hitting Llorente, flew into the back of the net, impossible for Oblak.
Just after the goal and as a result of Courtois’ celebration with the fans, the south end of the stadium began to throw objects onto the pitch: lighters, bags and a multitude of things over the Belgian goalkeeper’s area, an event that caused Mateo Busquets to stop the match momentarily, at least until the matter calmed down.
